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GAS DETECTOR CONTROL PANEL (TWENTY CHANNEL) Model GDCP-A Instruction/Operation Manual Bulletin: I-690 Brasch Environmental Technologies, LLC 140 Long Road, Suite 101 July 2006 Chesterfield, Missouri 63005 May, 2007 (314) 291-0440 FAX (314) 291-0646 April, 2009 www.braschenvtech.com...
Table of Contents Section Title Page Introduction and Specifications Introduction Model Description Specifications Installation Introduction Unpacking and Inspection Choosing the Mounting Location Mounting the Panel Wiring Connections Operation Introduction Applying Power Initial Display Default Program Entering or Changing an Existing Program 3-5.1 Time 3-5.2...
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GDCP-A power connection terminals GDCP-A digital logic board component layout GDCP-A wiring diagram showing transmitters wired in daisy-chain fashion, and location of terminals strips TS1 and TS2. GDCP-A front, internal view of front panel layout List of Tables Table Title Page 1-3.1...
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Operation Safety Notice Certain procedures and operations detailed in this manual require that specific precautions be taken prior to beginning the procedure or operation. When precautions are required, a notice will be printed in an appropriate location in the manual. The user is urged to read and understand all such notices before continuing.
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Should any evidence of defects in material or workmanship occur during the warranty period, Brasch Manufacturing Co., Inc. will repair or replace the affected product, at its own discretion, without charge. The...
This switch will automatically reset itself after the alarm condition is no longer valid. The GDCP-A Control Panel can be field programmed to suit the user s requirements. Program choices are displayed on the 4 lines of a 20 character per line, liquid crystal display.
This extremely long retention time allows the GDCP-A to be programmed at the factory with the user s specific program data. Once the unit arrives at the user s facility, and is placed in operation, no further programming is necessary.
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Table 1-3.1 GDCP-A Control Panel Specifications, (continued) General Size 14 in. W. x 10 ¼ in. H. x 5 in. D. 35.6 cm. W. x 26.0 cm. H. x 12.7 cm. D. Weight 14 Lbs. (6.36 KGs) Housing Heavy gauge, painted steel, NEMA 1 classification.
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Table 1-3.1 GDCP-A Control Panel Specifications, (continued) Alarm channel Number Two each, common to all output channels Type External Type One each, dry-contact, mechanical relay, fused at 5 Amps. Maximum voltage 125 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Current capacity 5 Amps, (resistive) at 30 VDC Power, (inductive) 250 VA, (1/8 H.P.)
Choosing the Mounting Location 2-3.1 The GDCP-A is designed to allow the remote monitoring of facilities such as underground garages, maintenance facilities, large warehouses and enclosed cargo terminals. Usually the panel is mounted in a utility room, electrical service room, or a guard house where the data gathered from the remote transmitters can be conveniently monitored.
template is enclosed with the important papers shipped with the panel, and may be used to locate the mounting holes. Attach the housing to a wall, or other solid support, using only these holes. This unit must not be mounted by drilling or punching holes in the inside of the housing.
POWER CONNECTION POINTS ZONE 1 POWER ZONE 1 POWER XFMR1-1 XFMR1-1 XFMR1-1 BACK 1 BACK 2 XFMR1-1 XFMR1-1 XFMR1-1 POWER SUPPLY/ RELAY BOARD P.C. PACKAGE FIG. 4: GDCP-A power connection terminals.
4-20 ma OUTPUT +UNREG -UNREG +COMM -COMM TRANS POWER IN TRANSMITTER POWER IN CONNECTION ZONE RELAYS FIG 5: GDCP-A digital logic board component layout.
Table 2-5.2: Explanation of the connection points on terminals TS1 and TS2 Terminal Identifier Function +UNREG Supplies the unregulated positive DC voltage for the +15 VDC power supply. Common connection for all circuit points. -UNREG Supplies the unregulated negative DC voltage for the -15 VDC power supply.
3-1.1 The following paragraphs discuss the steps to take when first applying power to the GDCP-A system. Also, discussed are the initial displays after start-up, the default program parameters, how to enter the system and change program parameters, how to check the status of all system parameters and what occurs during and after a power loss.
If you do not see the indications stated above, place the power switch to the off position and remove the 120 VAC power by placing the breaker in the off position. Contact you Brasch distributor, or the Brasch factory, for instructions on how to proceed.
Default Program 3-4.1 If you have not asked the factory to ship your new GDCP-A Control Panel with a specific program installed, the panel will arrive with the factory default program active. The following parameters will be set into the program.
Manufacturing Company, Inc. 11880 Dorsett Road Maryland Heights, MO 63043 (866) 882-1677 www.braschmfg.com MADE IN U.S.A. HIGH ALERT ZONE LOW ALERT INTERNAL KEYPAD P.C. PACKAGE ALARM KEYS ZONE ON INDICATOR LAMPS FIG 7: GDCP-A front, internal view of front panel layout.
Entering or Changing a Program 3-5.1 The GDCP-A Control Panel uses a four key keypad and a liquid crystal display to enter or change the programming for the various functions. Please see Fig. 7, page 21, for the location of the various front panel features. The routine involves displaying a programming choice on the LCD and waiting for the operator to respond by pressing one of the four keys.
3-5.4 Sensors Press the following keys in the noted sequence to enter or change the sensor program. Press “MENU” Press “ENT” Press “NEXT” until Program Sensor choice Press “ENT” Press “NEXT” until sensor number correct ** Press “ENT” Press “ENT” to choose to set Low Alert PPM Press “NEXT”...
3-5.6 Automatic Overrides Press the following keys in the noted sequence to enter or change the automatic overrides program. Press “MENU” Press “ENT” Press “NEXT” until Program Auto Vent choice is displayed Press “ENT” Press “NEXT” until type of automatic override is correct Press “ENT”...
(* Jump back to set the next zone) Press “MENU” for main display 3-5.8 Power Restore After a Power Interruption Press the following keys in the noted sequence to enter or change the power restore program. Press “MENU” Press “ENT” Press “NEXT”...
3-6.3 Zones Press the following keys in the noted sequence to read the status of the zones. Press “MENU” Press “NEXT” until Check System Status is correct Press “ENT” Press “ENT” to choose zone status check * Press “NEXT” until zone number is correct Press “ENT”...
3-7.1 Operation During Power Loss The GDCP-A Control Panel stores all of its programmable parameters in the memory section of the real time clock, (RTC), circuit. A battery, built in to the RTC, allows the stored parameters to be retained for as long as 10 years if the circuit loses power.
This kit includes 10 to 20 each of the various sizes of fuses required for the system. Repeated fuse failures may be an indication of high service voltage levels, or a component in the GDCP-A system that is on the verge of failure. Contact your distributor to discuss this condition. 4.2.3...
The Brasch representative will give you an estimate based upon the information you provide. Although Brasch Manufacturing Company will repair and return your product in as short a time as possible, Brasch can not be held responsible for meeting repair estimates.
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DIGITAL 4-20 ma OUTPUT BOARD +UNREG -UNREG +COMM -COMM TRANS POWER IN TRANSMITTER POWER IN CONNECTION ZONE RELAYS P.C. PACKAGE FIG. 8: GDCP-A internal bottom view with cabinet door and P.C. package door open, indicating location of Digital P.C. board.
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APPENDIX B Description of 4-20 milliamps, multiplexed signal output. The GDCP-A Control Panel can send an analog signal to external systems such as building management systems, (BMS). This signal can be used by the BMS to trigger remote alarms, data storage systems and the like.
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APPENDIX C 4-20 ma OUTPUT DIGITAL BOARD +UNREG JUMPER ON MAX. SENSORS -UNREG +COMM -COMM TRANS POWER IN JP3 + TRANSMITTER POWER IN CONNECTION ZONE RELAYS See Appendix A for P.C. board location. Place jumpers on header as shown to match the number of active transmitters in the system.
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APPENDIX D Conduit Fitting Front Panel Mounting Brkt. P.C. boards Housing Front Panel Seal Self-Tapping screw with "O" ring seal Transmitter assembly, models GSE-CM-TRA and GSE-ND-TRA.
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APPENDIX E List of Low Alert values for CO and NO transmitters Transmitter Range of Values 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 PPM 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 PPM High Alert values for CO and NO transmitters Transmitter Value...
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